Job Title: Controls Engineer
Location: Mason, OH (Travel Required ~90%)
Employment Type: Contract (Full-Time, 40–60 hours/week)
Role OverviewBEPC is seeking a motivated Controls Engineer to support the commissioning and testing of automated material handling systems. This hands-on role involves working with high-speed sortation, scanning, and merging systems across dynamic environments. It’s ideal for engineers with controls experience who are ready for extensive travel and technical collaboration.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Up to 4 years of experience in controls engineering or material handling projects.
• Experience or familiarity with Allen-Bradley PLCs and Wonderware Aveva Edge (or comparable HMI platforms).
• Interest or background in post and parcel operations is a plus.
• Must be a US Citizen or US Person.

PREFERRED TECHNICAL SKILLS

• PLC & HMI Platforms: Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff, Wonderware, FactoryTalk View
• Drives & Interfaces: VFDs, Cognex/SICK scanners, machine vision systems
• Software: Studio 5000, RSLinx, AutoCAD Electrical, B&R Automation Studio
• Networking: Ethernet/IP, Profibus, WCS integration
• Additional Tools: Ignition, SOPAS, SST Profibus Config Tool, Datalogic DataMan

SOFT SKILLS

• Willingness to travel frequently (up to 90%)
• Excellent communication and technical documentation abilities
• Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset

• Support PLC and HMI programming and on-site system commissioning.
• Contribute to defining project scope, managing schedules, and delivering milestones.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Develop and maintain detailed documentation including QA/QC protocols and test plans.
• Assist with BUAT, UAT, and FAT testing along with post-installation troubleshooting.
• Participate in end-user training and technical support.